Tuesday, July 16: Summer Places

UPDATED 3:37 PM EDT Jul 17, 2013

The triathletes arrive around 5am, the families a few hours later. And Henry David Thoreau – he’s always there. Concord’s Walden Pond is a classic summer place, and tonight we discover why 600,000 people visit it every year. And if you’re wondering where Henry David would grab some alone time these days, we’ve found an island he could call home – and you can, too – just a stone’s throw from Crane Beach. Plus … we meet some folks serving up summer treats in Cambridge and Somerville, from a lobster (don’t call it a roll) sandwich to gourmet popsicles. Plus, we're live at Boston's newest summer attraction: the Outside the Box Festival.

One of the best lobster shacks around is right on Putnam Street in Cambridge. Two decades ago Louis Mastrangelo decided to sell fish to his neighbors and friends. When customers requested lobster rolls Louis perfected his own variation, one he says is better … the lobster sandwich.

You never saw these popsicles on the Good Humor truck: banana with chocolate chunks … watermelon, blueberry, basil … coconut pineapple and blood orange … strawberry and grapefruit ginger. All of the popsicles made by Ocean Ave Pops in Somerville.

A revolutionary event is happening now through July 21st in the heart of Boston, one that promises to unite neighborhoods, citizens, and artistic communities throughout the city: Outside The Box. It is a completely FREE event with numerous dancers, musicians and other performing artists.